Posted at 4:19 AM Monday, August 16, 2010 by Khan
COMSATS Institute of Information Technology: Graduate Admissions Fall 2010

COMSATS Institute of Information Technology has admissions open for Fall 2010 session to MS/Ph.D. graduate programs at its campuses in Islamabad, Abbottabad, Lahore, Wah and Attock.
Graduate programs offered at Islamabad Campus:
(Class timing for Islamabad Campus: 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm)
— Faculty of Science

  • MS and Ph.D. in Biosciences
  • MS and Ph.D. in Mathematics
  • MS in Bioinformatics
  • MS and Ph.D. in Physics
  • MS and Ph.D. in Meteorology
  • MS in Nanotechnology
  • MS in Remote Sensing and GIS
— Faculty of Engineering
  • MS and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
  • MS in Embedded Systems Engineering
  • MS in Mobile Communications Engineering
  • MS in Multimedia Information Engineering
  • MS in Internet Engineering
  • MS in Power Systems Engineering
  • MS in Wireless Networks Engineering
  • MS in Computing Systems Engineering
  • MS in RF, MW and Antenna Systems Engineering
— Faculty of Information Science and Technology
  • MS and Ph.D. in Computer Science
  • MS Cryptography and Computer Security
  • MS Software Engineering
  • MS Wireless Networks
  • MS Embedded Systems
  • MS in Health Informatics
— Faculty of Business Administration
  • MS and Ph.D. in Management Science
Admission Office: CIIT Islamabad,
Park Road, Chak Shahzad, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 111-001-007, 9241668, 8318471 Extension: 216-220
Fax: (+92 51) 8318499
Website: www.ciit-isb.edu.pk
Graduate programs offered at Abbottabad Campus
— Faculty of Science
  • MS and Ph.D. in Chemistry
  • MS and Ph.D. in Biotechnology
  • MS and Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences
  • MS in Sustainable Water Sanitation Health and Development
  • MS in Mathematics
— Faculty of Engineering
  • MS and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
— Faculty of Information Science and Technology
  • MS in Computer Science
— Faculty of Business Administration
  • MS in Management Science
  • MS in Development Studies
Admission Office: CIIT Abbottabad
University Road, Abbottabad, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 992) 383591-6
Fax: (+92 992) 383441
Website: www.ciit-atd.edu.pk
Graduate programs offered at Lahore Campus:
— Faculty of Science
  • MS in Physics
  • MS in Mathematics
— Faculty of Engineering
  • MS and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
  • MS in Chemical Engineering
— Faculty of Information Science and Technology
  • MS and Ph.D. in Computer Science
— Faculty of Business Administration
  • MS and Ph.D. in Management Science
Admission Office: CIIT Lahore
Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 42) 9203101, 5321090
Fax: (+92 42) 9203100
Website: www.ciitlahore.edu.pk
Graduate programs offered at Wah Campus:
— Faculty of Information Science and Technology
  • MS in Computer Science
— Faculty of Business Administration
  • MS in Management Science
Admission Office: CIIT Wah
Quaid Avenue, The Mall Cantt. Wah, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 9272614-5, 9314371, 9274056
Mobile phone: (+92 333)5121768
Fax: (051) 4547850
Website: www.ciitwah.edu.pk
Graduate programs offered at Attock Campus:
— Faculty of Engineering
  • MS in Electrical Engineering
Admission Office: CIIT Attock
Kamra Road, Attock, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 57) 9316330
Fax: (+92 57) 9316329
Website: www.ciit-attock.edu.pk
Eligibility Criteria
MS: 16 years education with CGPA of 2.5/4.0 or 1st Division
Ph.D.: 18 years education with CGPA of 3.0/4.0
MS: GAT (General) with 50% marks
Ph.D.: International GRE (Subject) / GAT (Subject) as per HEC Policy
Admission Schedule
  • Last date for application: August 21, 2010
  • NTS-GAT (General): August 27, 2010
  • Display of list of successful candidates: September 11, 2010
The candidates who have valid NTS GAT (General) Score earned in the last two years may not take this test.
Application Package
Prospectus and application form can be downloaded from website: www.ciit.edu.pk or obtained from the admission office of any campus.
The duly filled form can be submitted/posted to the admission office of the respective campus along with draft of Rs.500 as admission processing fee in favor of respective campus of CIIT (e.g. CIIT Lahore).

Posted at 4:16 AM by Khan
Quaid-i-Azam University: Admissions to BS Economics

After more than four decades of service and nation building, the Department of Economics, Quaid-i-Azam University has grown to School of Economics and now proudly announces admissions in BS-Economics 4-Years program.
The BS Economics degree is designed to provide a broad spectrum that reflects the interdisciplinary nature of the subject. The first three years are devoted to introduction of all key areas of economics and some courses from related disciplines to broaden the thinking perspective and vision of the students. The final year is focused on mastering the skills in one of the four available specializations in the school.
Why study at School of Economics

  • The School of Economics is the best in the country that is evident from its role in nation building and performance in the past.
  • Highly qualified faculty from the world’s best universities 07 Ph.D.s mostly from USA.
  • The current faculty has more than 200 research publications in journals of international repute.
  • More than 20 Doctorates (Ph.D.) degrees awarded.
  • More than 250 M.Phil. degrees awarded.
  • Numerous graduates are serving at key positions in Ministry of Finance, State Bank, International Organizations, NGOs, and in world’s top universities.
Eligibility Criteria
  • FA, F.Sc., I.Com., A-Level, or equivalent.
  • At least second division in each past qualification.
Application Details
The Admission Forms can be obtained from the School of Economics @ Rs.650. OR
By sending self addressed envelope of 8.5 x 11.00 (inches) to the Chairman, School of Economics along with a Bank Draft of Rs.700 in favor of Treasurer, Quaid-i-Azam University latest by August 16, 2010. OR
Applications form can be submitted online at Quaid-i-Azam University website where all the relevant instructions are available. (Download Application Form: PDF, 241KB)
Important Dates
Last date for submission of application forms is Monday, August 23, 2010.
Admission Test will be conducted on Thursday, 26th August, 2010 in University Gymnasium at 10:00 a.m.
Contact Details
For further information, you may please contact:
School of Economics
Quaid-i-Azam University,
Islamabad, Pakistan
Telephone: (+92 51) 90643020, 9064-3023
E-mail: economics@qau.edu.pk / tj@qau.edu.pk
Website: www.qau.edu.pk

Posted at 4:14 AM by Khan
University of Wah: Admissions Fall 2010

ersity of Wah, Wah Cantt., chartered by the Government of the Punjab and recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), has admissions open for Fall 2010 session.
The University is placed in category W – the highest category of HEC.
Admissions are open to following programs:
Faculty of Basic Sciences
— Department of Biosciences (Morning BS, M.Sc.)
— Department of Chemistry (Morning BS, M.Sc.)
— Department of Mathematics (Morning BS, M.Sc.)
— Department of Physics (Morning BS, M.Sc.) (Evening M.Sc.)
— Department of Statistics (Morning BS, M.Sc.) (Evening M.Sc.)
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
— Department of Economics (Morning BS, M.Sc.)
— Department of Education (Morning BS, B.Ed., MA, M.Ed.) (Evening B.Ed., M.Ed.)
— Department of English (Morning BS, MA)
— Department of Islamic Studies (Morning BS, MA)
— Department of Psychology (Morning BS, M.Sc.) (Evening M.Sc.)
— Department of Pakistan Studies (Morning BS, M.Sc.)
— Department of Sociology (Morning BS, M.Sc.)
Faculty of Management Sciences
— Department of Management Sciences (Morning BBA, MBA) (Evening EMBA)
Faculty of Computer Sciences
— Department of Computer Sciences (Morning BCS, MCS) (Evening MCS)
Eligibility Criteria
For BA/BS/BBA (Four-Year Program): 2nd Division in FA/FSc/A-Level or Equivalent.
For MA/M.Sc./MBA: 2nd Division in BA/B.Sc./BBA or Equivalent.
For B.Ed.: 2nd Division in BA/B.Sc. or Equivalent.
For M.Ed: 2nd Division in B.Ed.
For EMBA: 2nd Division in BA/B.Sc./BBA or Equivalent with minimum 04 years job experience at managerial cadre.
Admission Schedule
Last date for submission of Application Forms is August 23, 2010.
Contact Details
For further information, you may please visit, call or write to:
University of Wah
Wah Cantt., Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 905522255-56 (POF)
Website: www.uw.edu.pk

Posted at 4:13 AM by Khan
Mehran University of Engineering and Technology: Admissions to B.Tech.

Applications are invited by Mehran University of Engineering and Technology on the prescribed forms from the candidates domiciled in the province of Sindh except Karachi for admission in Second Year Bachelor’s degree course with 10-Batch in the following subjects:
— B.Tech. (Pass): Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Technology: One seat in each Engineering discipline
— B.Sc. (Industrial Tech): 3 seats in Chemical and 2 seats in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering
Qualifications: B.Tech. (Pass)/B.Sc. (Industrial Technology) minimum 55% aggregate marks.
Determination of Merit
One percent of aggregate marks will be deducted for each gap of one academic year after matriculation examination from the total marks of the qualifying examination irrespective of the facts whether the qualifying examination has been repeated or the gap has occurred owning to any other reason.
Application Forms
Application form can be had from the office of Director Admissions, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro on payment of Rs.2,000 through Bank Challan on all working days/hours from August 23, 2010 to August 28, 2010. No admission form shall be issued after the stipulated period.
Application form duly completed in all respects accompanied by attested copies of the required documents be deposited in the aforesaid office by or before September 2, 2010.
Each column of the application form must be completed and filled-in appropriately. If any column is left blank or any information is found missing, misleading or false, the application form will be rejected.
Eligibility
Candidates who have passed B.Tech. (Pass)/ B.Sc. (Industrial Technology) examination before the issuance of the application forms up to 2008 are only eligible to apply for admission.
Candidates shall be required to appear in the Pre-Admission Test to be conducted on Sunday October, 17, 2010 at 09:00 am at Public School, Latifabad No. 3, Hyderabad. The right of admission in case of default to appear in the Pre-Admission Test shall be forfeited.
Those candidates who are already in Job/Service are required to submit No Objection Certificate from their employer for grant of three years study leave for studies purpose with admission form failing which their forms shall be liable to rejection.
Contact Details
For further information, you may please contact:
Prof. Dr. Tauha Hussain Ali, Registrar
Mehran University of Engineering and Technology
Jamshoro-76062, Pakistan.
Fax: (+92 22) 2772196

Posted at 7:42 AM Sunday, August 15, 2010 by Khan
Institute of Business Administration: Admission to MBA—Banking and Financial Services

Institute of Business Administration (IBA) Karachi has invited applications for admission to Executive MBA—Banking and Financial Services.
Students taking this MBA program can expect following:

  • A prestigious degree from a leading business school
  • Fast track, weekend MBA program
  • Learn from top tier faculty and industry leaders
  • Powerful learning environment
The timeline for the 4th batch:
  • Last date for online registration: August 20, 2010
  • Aptitude test: August 22, 2010
What to do next
Visit Institute of Business Administration (IBA) on web www.iba.edu.pk.
Email at msumer@iba.edu.pk or bgaya@iba.edu.pk
Call on +9221-99261802 or 111-422-422 Ext. (224/283)

Posted at 7:41 AM by Khan
Riphah International University: Admissions to MBBS, BDS and PharmD

Riphah International University, chartered by the federal Government of Pakistan, has invited applications for admission for 2011 intake.
Islamic International Medical College, established since 1996, has admissions open to 16th entry of MBBS and 11th entry of BDS. Riphah Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences has admissions open to 13th entry of Pharm.D.
Eligibility Criteria

  • F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) with 60% marks in aggregate, unadjusted, or equivalent foreign qualifications like the British G.C.E, A-level or American High School Examination with medical subjects.
  • Result of medical colleges entrance test conducted by federal government or any of the provincial governments is admissible.
Salient Features
  • Accredited by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council, College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan and Pharmacy Council of Pakistan
  • Listed in WHO and Faimer Directories of Medical Schools and Colleges
  • 10 batches of MBBS, 6 batches of BDS already passed out and joined prestigious private and public medical institutions and Armed Forces in Pakistan.
  • Teaching hospitals:
  1. Pakistan Railways IIMC Hospital
  2. Islamic International Medical Complex
  3. Islamic International Dental Hospital
  4. Hearts International Hospital
  • Eminent faculty
  • Well equipped labs and libraries
  • Cultivation of Islamic ethical values
  • Learning resource centre
  • Degrees internationally recognized
Entry Test
Only those candidates who have not taken the entry test of University of Health Sciences (UHS) or any other province will appear in the entry test of the College.
Application Package
Prospectus available on payment of Rs.700 on cash and Rs. 760 through bank draft in favor of “RIU/IIMCT” within Pakistan and US$50 for foreign candidates.
Admission Schedule
  • Last date to apply: September 24, 2010
  • Entry test: September 26, 2010
Contact Details
For further details contact Riphah International University admission offices or tune into Riphah Radio FM 102.2
Rawalpindi Campus:
Riphah International University
Al-Mizan, IIMCT Complex, Old Supreme Court,
274 Peshawar Road (Al-Mizan Building),
Peshawar Road, Rawalpindi Cantt., Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 5125162-69
Islamabad City Campus:
Riphah International University
7th Avenue, Sector G/7-4,
Islamabad, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 2891835-37
UAN: (051) 111-510-510
E-mail: admissions@riphah.edu.pk
Website: www.riphah.edu.pk

Posted at 7:40 AM by Khan
Institute of Business and Technology: Admissions Fall 2010

Institute of Business and Technology (Biztek), Karachi has admissions open to undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D. programs for the academic session Fall 2010.
The institute is chartered by Government of Sindh, recognized by Higher Education Commission and placed in Top “A/W” category.
Regarding career of graduates Biztek has following to say:

What does “CAREER” mean to you? Does it simply mean choosing a profession to make a good living or is it a part of who you are? At Biztek, it is beyond a means to earn more to meet your growing needs. Our professionals steer you to make your career the heart of your passion and aspiration of your life by offering a wide range of graduate and post-graduate programs along with healthy co-curricular activities.
At Biztek, we offer careers for life!
Management and Social Sciences programs offered are:
  • BA
    • Accountancy
  • BBA (Hons)
  • BS
    • Communication and Media Sciences
  • BS Social Sciences
    • Criminology
    • Economics
    • I.R.
    • Psychology
    • Sociology
  • MBA (Executive)
  • MBA
    • Marketing and Advertising
    • Banking and Finance
    • Supply Chain and Retail Management
    • Media and Telecom
    • Insurance and Financial Services
    • CRM
    • HRM
  • M.Sc.
    • Psychology Specialization in Organization and Education
  • MA
    • Criminology
    • I.R.
    • Mass Communications and Media Studies
    • Sociology
Computer Science and Information Technology programs offered are:
  • BCS (Hons)
  • BS
    • Computer Systems
    • Networking
    • Software Engineering
    • Web Design and Multi Media
    • Electronics
    • Telecommunications
    • Communication and Digital Media Science
  • MCS
MS and Ph.D. Specializations offered are:
  • MS leading to Ph.D.
    • Management
    • Marketing
    • Economics
    • Information Technology
    • Finance
    • Telecommunication
    • MIS
    • Human Resources
    • Social Sciences and Education
Admission Guidelines
  • Interested students can apply online at www.biztek.edu.pk.
  • All campuses except Main Campus will remain open on Sundays.
  • Admission will be offered subject to clearance of aptitude test and interview.
  • Last date to apply is August 19, 2010.
Contact Details
Main Campus:
Main Ibrahim Hydri Road,
Korangi Creek, Karachi, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 35091871-3, 35120461 UAN: 021-111-428-428
Fax: (+92 21) 35092348
Shahra-e-Faisal Campus (EDC):
Floor 1, 2, 3. Uzma Plaza, PECHS-6,
Above Bank Al-Habib Limited,
Main Shahra-e-Faisal, Nursery, Karachi, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 34301085-8
Fax: (+92 21) 34301089
Gulshan Campus:
Opp Samdani Hospital, Block 2,
Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 34969984-7
Fax: (+92 21) 34969988
Nazimabad Campus:
Opposite A.O.Clinic, Above JS Bank,
Plot No. 15, Row No- 1 Block 3/B Nazimabad, Karachi, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 36617946-49
Fax: (+92 21) 36619242
E-mail: admissions@biztek.edu.pk
Website: www.biztek.edu.pk

Posted at 7:39 AM by Khan
Beaconhouse National University: Admissions to Media and Mass Communication Programs

School of Media and Mass Communication, Beaconhouse National University (BNU) has admissions open to BA (Honors), MA, M.Phil. and Master’s programs.
Offered programs are:
— BA (Hons.) Journalism (4 years/8 semesters)
Admission requirements: FA/F.Sc. with at least 2nd Division/Average C Grade
— M.Phil. Mass Communication (2 years/4 semesters)
Admission requirements:
1. Master’s degree in Social Sciences/Mass Communication or 16 years education with BA (Hons.) in Social Sciences from a recognized university with a CGPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to Journalism graduates.
2. GAT from National Testing Service is mandatory for admission in M.Phil. The minimum requirement is a 60/100 to clear the GAT test.
— MA Mass Communication (2 years/4 semesters)
Admission requirements: BA from any recognized university at least in 2nd Division or CGPA 2.0.
— Masters in Specialization (1.5 years/3 semesters)
Admission requirements:
1. BA (Hons.) in Journalism/MA Mass Communication from a recognized university with a CGPA of 3.0.
2. GAT from National Testing Service is mandatory for admission in MS. The minimum requirement is a 60/100 to clear the GAT test.
Admission Schedule

  • Application deadline for all programs: August 20, 2010
  • BA Admission Test: (Tuesday and Wednesday) August 24 and 25, 2010 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
  • M.Phil./MS/MA Admission Test: (Thursday and Friday) August 26 and 27, 2010 10:30 am -12:30 pm
Scholarships
Merit and need based scholarships, according to the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and BNU rules, are available.
Facilities
Hostel facilities for boys and girls separately are also available.
Contact Details
For further information, you may please visit, call or write to:
Beaconhouse National University
Chartered by the Government of Punjab
Admission Office: 3-C Zafar Ali Road, Gulberg V,
Lahore 54400, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 42) 35718260-3
Fax: (+92 42) 35760254
E-mail: info@bnu.edu.pk
Website: www.bnu.edu.pk

Posted at 7:38 AM by Khan
Islamabad Medical and Dental College: Admissions to MBBS

Islamabad Medical and Dental College (IM&DC) has admissions open to MBBS program for session 2010. The College is recognized by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) and is affiliated with Bahria University.
Eligibility
F.Sc. Pre-Medical or equivalent with at least 60% marks as per the criteria of PM&DC
Salient Features

  • Purpose-built campus located at foothills of scenic Murree hills
  • World renowned experienced faculty
  • 500-bed affiliated teaching hospital
  • Hi-tech laboratories and learning resource centers
  • Separate hostel facilities for male and female students
  • Advance modern curriculum
  • Active in community health education and awareness through seminars, workshops and special community programs
  • Included in WHO directory of world medical schools and FAIMER International Medical Education Directory
Prospectus and Application Form
Prospectus available at:
  • Islamabad Medical and Dental College Campus, Bhara Kahu, Islamabad
  • The Punjab School System, Township, Lahore
  • Application form can be downloaded from IM&DC website: www.imdcollege.com.
Prospectus price Rs. 2,000 on cash payment at campus and also at the selected branches of Al-Falah Bank; Rs.2,150 through courier.
All payments to be made through DD/PO in favour of “Islamabad Medical and Dental College”.
Timings: Weekdays 9am – 3pm
Contact Details
For further information, you may please visit, call or write to:
Admission Cell
Islamabad Medical and Dental College,
Wadi-ul-Ilm,17 Mile, Main Murree Road,
Bhara Kahu, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 2807201-03
Fax: (+92 51) 2807200
Website: www.imdcollege.com

Posted at 7:38 AM by Khan
College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan: Admissions to Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Systems Management

College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan has admissions open to 7th batch of Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Systems Management (DCPS-HCSM) at Karachi Center.
The eligibility criteria for applicants is Medical/Dental Graduates having minimum 2 years working experience in any healthcare organization.
Salient Features

  • Recognition by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), equivalent to MPH
  • Combination of face-to-face and supervised learning
  • Application in any public or private sector healthcare organization
Application Form
Forms are available at the Head Office and all Regional Centers of College of Physicians and Surgeons (CPSP). Last date for submission of Registration Form is August 21, 2010.
Contact Details
For further information, you may please visit, call or write to:
College of Physicians & Surgeons
Asst. Program Coordinator-HCSM,
Karachi, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 99266436-7, 99207100-10
Email: hcsm@cpsp.edu.pk
Website: www.cpsp.edu.pk

Posted at 7:37 AM by Khan
Institute of Space Technology: Admissions Fall 2010

Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad has admissions open to following Bachelor’s degree programs for Fall 2010 session:

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Communication Systems Engineering
  • Materials Science and Engineering
Academic Requirements
  • SSC/O-Level /Equivalent: 60%
  • HSSC/A-Level/Equivalent: 60% (Unadjusted)
  • NAT-1E / NAT-1CS: 50%
  • Limited seats are available for Diploma of Associate Engineer (DAE) in related disciplines (Aggregate Marks 60%, for details visit IST website)
  • Applicants having Computer Studies/ Computer Science in lieu of Chemistry at HSSC or A-level are eligible for the program of Communication Systems Engineering only.
NAT-1E tests for F.Sc. (Pre-Engineering) and NAT-1CS for F.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics and Computer) conducted by NTS taken after September 1, 2009 till 15 August 2010 are applicable for admissions.
Candidates awaiting results may also apply.
Admission Schedule
  • Application deadline: August 23, 2010
  • Classes: October 4, 2010
Prospectus and Application Form
Admissions package are available at OCS Express Centers for Rs 500 in the following cities: Abbottabad, Bahawalpur, DG Khan, Faisalabad, Gilgit, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Jhelum, Karachi, Lahore, Mirpur (AK), Multan, Muzaffarabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Rawalpindi, Sahiwal, Sialkot, Sukkur.
Free return of completed application to Admissions Office through any OCS Express Center.
Call OCS UAN: 111 202 202 for any difficulty in the availability of prospectus.
Admission package can also be obtained from Institute of Space Technology (IST) Admission Office for Rs.500 or by sending demand draft of Rs. 600 in favor of IST, Islamabad.
Candidates may also apply online for admission at: www.ist.edu.pk.
Scholarships
  • Sponsorships are available.
  • Merit scholarships up to 100% tuition fee waiver.
Facilities
Hostels available for male and female students.
Contact Details
For further information on offered programs, admission guidelines and queries, you may please contact:
Institute of Space Technology
Admissions Office, 1, Islamabad Highway,
P.O. Box No. 2750, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 9273306, 9075406, 9273316-20/5406
Fax: (+92 51) 9273310
E-mail: admissions@ist.edu.pk
Website: www.ist.edu.pk

Posted at 5:01 AM Friday, August 13, 2010 by Khan
United States Education Foundation in Pakistan: Fulbright Scholar Program 2011

The United States Education Foundation in Pakistan invites applications for the Fulbright Scholar Program. The program seeks to improve mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of Pakistan through academic and cultural exchange.
This program funds up to 10 months of lectureship, post-doctoral research, or a combination of the two at a U.S. college or university. Persons selected are expected to share information about Pakistani literature and culture with their students, colleagues and community groups in the U.S. On returning to Pakistan, Fulbright scholars are expected to make a significant contribution to Pakistan’s development and to share their U.S. experiences with students, colleagues and community groups in Pakistan.
Grant Benefits
The grant funds airfare, an incidental research allowance, a living stipend and health insurance. The program also funds one accompanying dependent. USEFP will assist with the visa application process.
Eligibility
Scholars, professionals and artists from all disciplines are welcome to apply, with the exception of clinical medicine. Every applicant must either hold a Ph.D. or the terminal degree in his/her field, or be a distinguished leader in his/her field.
Successful applicants must be committed to serving Pakistan in the public, NGO, or private sector. Candidates must have work experience in teaching, research, or the public sector in Pakistan.
Successful candidates will have an excellent command over written and spoken English. They will have a clear and well-formulated proposal about what they would like to accomplish in the U.S. and how it relates to their work in Pakistan.
The proposal is the most important single portion of the application. People applying for lectureship must have a demonstrated ability to teach in a university setting. Persons who have completed their Ph.D. within the last two years or who have been to the U.S. for research or other longer-term educational opportunities within the last five years are ineligible.
Also ineligible are persons with a dual U.S./Pakistan nationality or who have a spouse, fiancé, parent or child over 18 years of age who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Employees of the Fulbright organization or the U.S. Department of State are ineligible.
All application materials (original and one copy), including references, must be received by USEFP by 4:30 p.m. on October 20, 2010.
Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please visit the United States Education Foundation in Pakistan website to download the application form.
Contact Details
For further information and queries, you may please contact:
The United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan
P.O. Box 1128, Islamabad-44000, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 8431300
Fax: (+92 51) 8431555
E-mail: fulbrightapps@usefpakistan.org
Website: www.usefpakistari.org

Posted at 5:00 AM by Khan
Bahria College Karachi: Admissions to A-Level

Bahria College Karachi is successfully conducting its A-Level program since last 8 years. Bahria College faculty comprises the best teachers in the city. Since last several years its students are getting best results in Cambridge International Examination (CIE).
Applicators are invited for admission to class A-Level for 2010-11 session.
Salient Features

  • Highly qualified and experienced faculty.
  • Ideal and safe location.
  • Individual attention for every student.
  • Purpose built school building with spacious class rooms.
  • Sate-of-art computer and science Labs.
  • Sports including water sports with qualified coaches.
  • Guest speaker sessions.
  • Career seminars and counseling sessions.
Academic Scholarships
For students securing minimum 6 As and above in the CIE.
Admissions Schedule
Admission Forms and Prospectus can be obtained from College Office on payment of Rs.300 on any working day from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
  • Last date for submission of forms: August 16, 2010
  • Commencement of classes: September 2, 2010
Contact Details
For further information, you may please contact:
Bahria College Karachi
NORE-I, M.T. Khan Road,
Karachi, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 5611995, 48500652-3

Posted at 4:59 AM by Khan
Dow University of Health Sciences: Admissions to MBBS and BDS

Applications are invited for admissions in the category of open merit and UEDP local for MBBS (Session 2010) at Dow Medical College (DMC), Sindh Medical College (SMC) and BDS (Session 2010) at Dr. Ishrat-ul-Ebad Khan Institute of Oral Health Sciences (DIKIOHS) from August 13, 2010 till August 23, 2010.
Visit Dow University Of Health Sciences, Karachi website: www.duhs.edu.pk, for eligibility criteria, list of documents required to be submitted and for the list of UBL branches where the Prospectus and Application Forms can be obtained and submitted in the same UBL Branch.
Persons receiving Application Forms at given UBL branches are authorized to check main eligibility requirements, as mentioned in the Prospectus, before accepting Application Forms. In cases of ineligibility the Forms will not be accepted by the bank.
Entrance test will be held on Sunday, September 19, 2010. Time and venue of the entrance test will be mentioned on the Admit Card.
Incomplete Applications or those submitted after the last date will not be accepted.
The Dow University has not authorized any institution or individual to conduct entrance test preparation.
For queries, please contact on email: admissions@duhs.edu.pk. No personal contacts will be entertained
Note: Receipts of submitting any pertinent document, including domicile or CNIC shall not be accepted. Only the attested copies of required documents will be accepted with the form.

Posted at 4:58 AM by Khan
Admissions to Health Services Academy

Health Services Academy, Islamabad (HSA) is a public sector statutory autonomous body promoting public health through long term and short term teaching, training and capacity building programs under the auspices of Federal Ministry of Health, Government of Pakistan. HSA is providing high quality learning opportunities for public health and allied professionals. The aim is to improve public health standards in the country. Alumni of HSA are significantly strengthening public Health in the Public and Private sectors.
The MSPH, EMSPH, M.Sc. HEM degrees and PGD MEDVC courses are administered by HSA. The degrees are awarded by Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad and are recognized by HEC and PMDC.
Postgraduate Degree Programs
1. Master of Science in Public Health (MSPH)
2. Extended Master of Science in Public Health (EMSPH)
Eligibility: MBBS, BDS, B.Pharmacy, BSc Nursing, DVM, Master’s Degree in a relevant subject, such as Anthropology, Business Administration, Economics, Human Nutrition, Microbiology, Psychology, Public Health Engineering, Sociology, Statistics and Zoology.
Duration: MSPH – 2 year, EMSPH – 3 year
3. Master of Science in Health Economic and Management (MSc-HEM)
Eligibility: MBBS, B.Pharmacy, BSc Nursing, BVM, BA/BBA/BSc Degree with one of the following subject: Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Psychology and Sociology.
Duration: M.Sc. HEM – 2 year
Postgraduate Diploma Program
1. Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Entomology and Disease Vector Control (PGD-MEDVC)
Eligibility: MBBS/MD, B.Sc. in Biology, Zoology, Microbiology, Environmental Health, Agriculture, DVM, and Relevant M.Sc. degree.
Duration: PGD-MEDVC -1 year
Certificate Programs (Evening)
1. New Public Health Management
2. Hospital Management
3. Health Economics
Salient features of the certificates programs are as follows:

  • Short duration (3 Months)
  • Flexible timing (2 days per week in the evening)
  • Covering broad aspects of public health
  • Excellent faculty and learning environment
  • State-of-the-Art infrastructure, Audio visual facility
Admission Schedule
The last date for submission of application forms of Degree and Diploma programs is Wednesday, August 18, 2010 till 1630 hrs.
a) Admission forms along with prospectus can be obtained from the Registrar office of the Health Services Academy, on cash payment or by sending Bank Draft amounting PKR 1100/- in favour of Health Services Academy.
b) Incomplete applications and those received after due date will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be called for test/interviews. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in test/interview.
c) Foreign students are encouraged to apply.
d) For detailed information, please visit www.hsa.edu.pk or e-mail at admissions@hsa.edu.pk for any query.
Contact Details
For further information, you may please contact:
Registrar
Health Services Academy,
Park Road, Chak Shehzad,
Islamabad, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 9255592-5 Ext-112
Fax: (+92 51) 9255591
E-Mail: admissions@hsa.edu.pk
Website: www.hsa.edu.pk

Posted at 4:57 AM by Khan
Defence Authority Degree College: Certificate in Accounting and Management Admissions

Defence Authority Degree College has invited Intermediate / A-Level students to enroll themselves in 2-year Certificate in Accounting and Management (CAM) program of Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP).
Program Features

  • A career-oriented program of 4 years up to ICMAP final with built-in 18 months of practical training
  • Value-addition on 2-year and 3-year part certifications
  • Direct entry to Stage 3 of ICMAP Post-graduate level with exemption in 9 courses
  • Classes available in Morning and Evening shifts
  • ICMAP Entry Test (IET) exemption to students with 60% or above aggregate marks in their Intermediate / A-Level
  • Provisional admission to students awaiting results
Eligibility for Admission
Intermediate or A-Level passed / awaiting results students from a recognized Board / Institution / System.
Entry Test and Interview Requirement
  • Direct Admission through Interview: Students with 60% or above marks;
  • Qualifying ICMAP Entry Test (IET) and Interview: All others and those awaiting results;
Contact Details
For further information, admission guidelines and queries, you may please contact:
Defence Authority Degree College
ICMAP Registered Education Provider
Khayaban-e-Rahat, Phase-VI, DHA,
Karachi-75500, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 3857 8533-34, 35845970, 35846584 (24/7 Admission Helpline)
Fax: (+92 21) 35342844
E-mail: webmaster@dadegreecollege.edu.pk
Website: www.dadegreecollege.edu.pk

Posted at 4:56 AM by Khan
Government College for Women Arifwala: Admissions to Intermediate Classes

Government College for Women, Arifwala has invited applications on prescribed forms from Matriculation qualified students for admission to First Year of F.A., F.Sc. and I.C.S. programs.
Prospectus and application form can be obtained from the College during office hours. Last date for submission of application form is August 16, 2010. Fee and interview schedule will be posted on the notice board of the Government College for Women by 1:00 pm.
Contact Details
For further information and queries, you may please contact:
Mrs. Zakia Mansoor, Principal
Government College for Women,
Arifwala, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 457) 832040

Posted at 4:53 AM by Khan
College of Art and Design: B.Arch. and BFA Admissions

College of Art and Design, University of the Punjab has invited applications for admission to following Bachelor programs, details of which are given below.
Prospectus along with entry Test/Admission forms will be available from August 12, 2010. Last date for receiving the entry test forms is August 20, 2010 by 4:00 pm. Last date for receiving the Admission forms fully filled and with all required documents will be September 10, 2010.
BFA in Graphic Design, Textile Design and Painting (Morning and Evening Replica Programs)
Eligibility

  • Intermediate or equivalent
Basic Criteria
  1. All applicants will have to pass an entry test of Drawing.
  2. Only those who pass the test will be eligible for admission.
  3. The age limit shall be 24 years.
  4. 40 marks will be given to those students who have done relevant diploma from University College of Art and Design.
Test Dates for BFA
  • August 27-29, 2010 (9:00 am)
For further details contact: 042-99211608 Fax: 042-99211604
Bachelor of Architecture B.Arch. (5 years professional degree accredited by PCATP)
Eligibility
  1. Minimum requirement for admission to B.Arch. is 50% marks in Intermediate, A-Level or equivalent with combination of any three of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, Fine Arts, Economics, Philosophy, Psychology, Sociology.
  2. I.Com., D.Com. holders are not eligible.
  3. Two seats are reserved for the applicants who have passed 3 years Diploma in Architecture from a recognized Polytechnic Institute.
  4. All applicants will have to pass entry tests of Drawing, English and Mathematics. Only those who pass all the tests will be eligible for admission. All applicants who qualify entry tests will have to appear in an interview.
  5. The age limit will be 24 years.
  6. For the purpose of determining merit 30% weightage will be given to the tests and 70% to the academic achievements of the student.
  7. Decision of the admission Committee shall be final.
Test Dates for B.Arch.
  • English and Math Test August 24, 2010
  • Drawing Test: August 25, 2010
For further details contact: 042-99213593, Fax: 042-99213593

Posted at 4:52 AM by Khan
Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine: BDS Admissions

Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine has admissions open to BDS program. The Institute is recognized by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council, and the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan. The Institute is affiliated with the University of Karachi.
Altamash Institute has collaboration arrangement with Karolinska Institute Medical University, Sweden.
Eligibility

  • At least 60% marks in Intermediate Science (Pre-Medical Group) / A-Level / American High School / or equivalent examination.
  • Applicants awaiting results are also eligible to apply.
  • Foreign students with Biology, Chemistry and one science subject are eligible.
  • Foreign students with SAT score of 550 with Biology and Chemistry are exempted from Entry Test.
Admission Schedule
  • Last date for submission of Application Forms: Friday, August 13, 2010
  • Entrance Test for local students: Sunday, August 22, 2010
Seats are reserved for overseas Pakistanis and foreign students.
Contact Details
For further information on offered programs, admission guidelines and queries, you may please contact:
Mrs. M. Bhadha, Director Admissions
Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine
2-R Sunset Boulevard, Defence Housing Authority,
Phase IV, Karachi-75500, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 35872000, 35821955
Fax: (+92 21) 35874074
E-mail: info@altamash.edu.pk
Website: www.altamash.edu.pk

Posted at 1:12 AM Wednesday, August 11, 2010 by Khan
University of South Asia: Admissions 2010

University of South Asia, Lahore has admissions open for 2010 session. Students can study partly at the University of South Asia and partly in America, UK, Australia.

The University offers 100% job guarantee from 2nd year of studies to students of BCS/BSCS, BIT and BMS.

Faculty of Business and Management Sciences

— Sadiq Institute of Management Sciences

  • Masters in Business Administration, MBA (Professional)
  • Masters in Business Administration , MBA Executive
  • Masters in Business Administration, MBA (4 years after BBA)
  • Bachelors in Business Administration, BBA Hons
  • Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com.)

— Executive Development Centre

  • Diploma in Executive Training
  • Diploma in Spoken English

Faculty of Arts

— Lahore School of Fashion

  • Masters in Fashion and Interior Design (MFID)
  • Bachelors in Fashion and Interior Design (BFID)
  • Bachelors in Fashion Design (BFD) Hons.
  • Bachelors in Architecture (B.Arch.)

— Department of Media Studies

  • Masters in Media Studies
  • Bachelors of Media Studies
  • Certification in News Casting and News Anchoring

Faculty of Engineering

— Lahore College of Engineering and Technology

  • Bachelors in Electrical Engineering
  • Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Faculty of Computer Sciences

— National College of Computer Sciences

  • BCS/BSCS

Faculty of Law

— USA College of Law

  • B.A. + LL.B (after intermediate)
  • LL.M

Faculty of Pharmacy

  • Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm-D)

Faculty of Humanities

— National Institute of Teaching and Social Sciences

  • Masters in Teaching
  • Masters in English
  • Masters in International Relations
  • Masters in Political Sciences
  • Bachelors in Teaching

— National College of Intermediate Studies

  • F.A., F.Sc., I.C.S., I.Com., Home Economics.

Facilities

  • Separate campus for girls.
  • Transport and hostel facilities available.

Contact Details

For further information on offered programs, admission guidelines and queries, you may please contact:

University of South Asia
47- TufaiI Road, Lahore Cantt.
Telephone: (+92 42) 36672942-5
E-mail: admission.usa.edu@gmail.com
Website: www.usa.edu.pk

Posted at 1:09 AM by Khan
Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology: Admissions Fall 2010

Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar has admissions open for Fall 2010.

Sarhad University is chartered by the government and recognized by Higher Education Commission (HEC). The University was awarded W category (the highest category) by HEC. Electrical engineering program is accredited by Pakistan Engineering Council. Sarhad University is recognized by Pharmacy Council of Pakistan.

Admissions are open to following programs:

Faculty of Engineering and Technology

— BE (Electrical Engineering) with specialization in Telecom / Electronics / Power.

— BE (Civil Engineering)

— BE (Mechanical Engineering)

Faculty of Life Sciences

— Pharm-D (5 years Doctor of Pharmacy degree program)

Salient Features

  • Impressive campuses, situated in University Town and Ring Road (Hayatabad).
  • Matchless laboratories with ultra modern and latest equipment / machines and other facilities.
  • More than 150 full time faculty members out of whom 70 hold Ph.D. / M.Phil. – MS degrees.
  • Entrepreneurship Development Center functioning in collaboration with SMEDA to facilitate students for establishing their own businesses.
  • Soft skill training for capacity building of graduates.
  • Sufficient opportunities for research work.
  • Training in CISCO and Oracle Academies at university premises for selected students.
  • Well-stocked library with thousand of books, large number of research journals and access to the HEC digital library.
  • Spacious cafeteria of international standard, providing hygienic food stuff on subsidized rates.
  • Transport and hostel facilities.
  • Foreign collaboration: Joint study programs with North West Polytechnic University (NPU), California, USA.

Scholarships

  1. 100% concession in tuition fee for top three positions in BISE / University.
  2. 20 % discount in tuition fee for those having 80% and above marks in intermediate.
  3. 15 % discount in tuition fee for those having 70% to 80% marks in intermediate.
  4. Kinship (real brother or sister) — one person would get 10% concession in tuition fee.
  5. From 2nd semester onward, 20% concession in tuition fee for topper and 15% concession.

Contact Details

For further information on offered programs and obtaining prospectus, you may please contact:

University Town Campus:
Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology
36-B, Chinar Road, University Town,
Peshawar, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 91) 5846508-09, 5705222, 5846517, 5702918

Ring Road Campus:
Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology
Hayatabad, Ring Road, Peshawar, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 91) 5230931-3

Islamabad Office
Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology
SUIT Liaison Office, 50 Main Margalla Road,
F-8/2, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 51) 2253366, 2264784, 2262445

Mobile phone: (+92 321) 9038002, (+92 322) 5001932
E-mail 1: info@suit.edu.pk
E-mail 2: admissions@suit.edu.pk

Website: www.suit.edu.pk

Posted at 11:57 PM Tuesday, August 10, 2010 by Khan
Jinnah University College: Admissions to A-Level and University of London Programs

Jinnah University College (JUC) has admissions open to A-level and University of London, External System degree programs.

Salient features of A-level program are:

  • Renowned and experienced faculty all major.
  • All level Subjects offered Excellent Sports and Extra Curricular Programs
  • Air-conditioned lecture halls, seminar rooms, auditorium and libraries.
  • Comprehensive multimedia facilities.
  • Well equipped science and computer labs.
  • Liberal, merit and need based scholarships available.

University of London, External System 3-year degree programs offered at JUC are:

— B.Sc. Accounting and Finance

— B.Sc. Economics and Management

— B.Sc. Business

— B.Sc. Management

— B.Sc. Economics

Eligibility: A-level

Scholarships available for high achievers.

Contact Details

For further information on offered programs, admission guidelines and queries, you may please contact:

Jinnah University College
22-23, Shaheed-e-Millat Road,
Karachi, Pakistan.
Telephone: (+92 21) 37643654, 34938034
E-mail: info@juc.edu.pk
Website: www.juc.edu.pk

Posted at 1:44 AM Sunday, August 8, 2010 by Khan
Higher Education Opportunities for Students of Balochistan and FATA

Introduction

The Executive Committee of National Economic Council (ECNEC) in its meeting held on 22-Oct-2007 approved the project titled ‘Provision of Higher Education Opportunities for Students of Balochistan and FATA’. Scholarship program will provide financial assistant to 1300 undergraduate and 700 postgraduate talented students of Balochistan and FATA on merit basis over a period of seven years.

Applications are invited for the award of scholarships for 4-years Undergraduate and 2-years Postgraduate program.

Eligibility Criteria and How to Apply.

Objectives

Qualitative Objectives of the Project:

  • To provide opportunities to students belonging to Balochistan and FATA.

  • Enhancing participation rate at different levels of education.

  • To provide opportunity to the talented students coming with less privilege background.

  • To provide grooming & learning opportunities and better job chances to the less privileged class of the areas.

  • To ensure a micro & macro economic change and social uplift of the areas.
Eligibility Criteria
  • Age: Maximum 22 years as on 13th August 2010 for Undergraduate program.
  • Domicile: Balochistan or FATA.
  • Academic Qualification:
    • Intermediate (F.A/F.Sc/I.Com/A-Level or equivalent ) with minimum 60 % marks.
    • Bachelor (B.A/B.Sc or equivalent in any discipline) with minimum 45% marks.
Other Related Information

How to Apply:

  • Download Application form.
    4-years Undergraduate program.
    2-years Postgraduate program.
  • The application forms completed in all respect along with all the required documents should be reach by the registered post or courier service till 13th August 2010 during office hours i.e. (4:00 pm).

  • Attach attested photocopies of following documents with application form:
    • SSC / O-level certificate and marks sheet.
    • HSSC / F.Sc /A-level certificate and marks sheet.
    • B.A / B.Sc. or equivalent degree and marks sheet (for postgraduate program only)
    • Applicant’s Computerized NIC or Form B
    • Applicant’s Domicile Certificate
    • Father’s or Guardian’s Computerized NIC.
    • Father’s or Guardian’s Domicile Certificate.
    • Two attested passport size recent photographs.
    • Equivalence Certificate from IBCC (in case of O-level/A-level)

  • An amount of Rs. 500/- as application processing fee (non-refundable) may be deposited in the HEC Online A/C No. 17427900133401 in Habib Bank Limited, Shalimar Recording Company Branch, Sector H-9, Islamabad (Attach Original receipt with application form)

  • O-level / A-level applicants will have to provide equivalence certificate and proof of grades/percentage from IBCC (Mandatory).

  • Application forms received after above mentioned date and time will not be received/ considered.



  • Download Sample Paper for Under Graduate
  • Download Sample Paper for Post Graduate
General Information:

  • Test will be conducted (through NTS) at Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta and Karachi. The tentative date for NTS test is 28th or 29th August 2010. Roll No. slips will be available online only and applicants are advised to download their roll No. slips from HEC and NTS websites (www.hec.gov.pk/balochistan-fata and www.nts.org.pk) after 23rd August 2010.

  • Preference will be given to those candidates who are already admitted in Public Sector Universities/Institutions

  • Selection will be based on merit and observing regional/ district/ agency quota as prescribed by the respective Governments.

  • Merit Formula for Undergraduate students:
    (% in SSC X 0.2) + (% in HSSC X 0.3) + (% in NTS test X 0.5)

  • Merit Formula for Postgraduate students:
    (% in SSC X 0.2) + (% in HSSC X 0.2) + (% in Graduation X 0.2) + (% in NTS test X 0.4)

  • 60 % seats will be for Balochistan and 40 % seats will be FATA.
    Selection will be based on merit and observing regional/ district/ agency quota as prescribed by the respective Government.

  • HEC will facilitate the fresh students for admission but the final responsibility to secure admission at any Public Sector University / Degree awarding Institute lies at the candidate himself.

  • HEC reserves the right to accept or reject any application without giving any reasons.

  • Incomplete applications or applications received after due date and time will not be entertained.


Financial Details:

Final awardees of the scholarship program will be entitled for the following benefits:

Tuition Fee per semester: Tuition fee up to Rs. 20,000/- for undergraduate and Rs.30,000/- for postgraduate scholars (at the maximum).

Monthly Living Allowance: Rs. 5,000/- per month for undergraduate and Rs.6,000/- per month for postgraduate scholars.

Book Allowance: Rs. 3,000/- per annum for undergraduate and Rs.5,000/- per annum for postgraduate scholars.

Initial Settlement Allowance: Rs. 8,000/- for undergraduate and Rs. 10,000/- for postgraduate scholars (once).


Traveling Allowance: Rs. 2,000/- per annum for undergraduate and postgraduate scholars (both).

FAQs

1. What is foundation course?
The main objective of the foundation courses is to enhance the communication skills and introduction of computer applications along with refreshing the knowledge in the subjects like Mathematics, English, Pakistan and Islamic Studies.

2. Can I apply for foundation course without waiting for result?
Yes, soon after the Higher Secondary School examination (Part II); Anyone can apply for foundation course without waiting for the result. Applications for the foundation course will be called by HEC through advertisement in leading National Daily News papers. The selection of candidates for foundation course will be made through NTS Test.

3. What are Balochistan In / Out and FATA In/Out?
The candidates who have studied in the institutions located within the districts of Balochistan or Agency or FRs of FATA fall under the category BALOCHISTAN IN and FATA IN respectively. Those who have studied in the institutions out side Balochistan and FATA/FRs fall under BALOCHISTAN OUT and FATA OUT category respectively.

4. What’s distribution of scholarships for Balochistan In / Out and FATA In/Out?

Balochistan In & FATA In : 90 % scholarships

Balochistan Out & FATA Out: 10 % scholarships

90% scholarships will be awarded on population basis to those students, who have done FA/FSc/I.Com/A Level or equivalent from the districts / agencies / FRs of FATA and Balochistan and they will fall under category FATA In and Balochistan In.

10% scholarships will be awarded for Balochistan Out and Fata Out Category.

5. What is the maximum age limit for undergraduate program?
Maximum age limit for undergraduate program is 22 years on closing date of advertisement. No age relaxation will be allowed.

6. What is the requirement of marks?

For Undergraduate program:

F.A/F.Sc/A- Level or equivalent with minimum 60 % marks.

For Postgraduate program:

B.A/B.Sc or equivalent in any discipline, at least second division (45% marks).

You cannot apply for scholarship if your percentage is less than the required percentage.

7. Will students be eligible for scholarship award test, if they have not attended /applied for foundation course?
Yes, students who have not attended the foundation course and even those who have not applied for foundation course will be eligible for scholarship award test, on fulfilling the eligibility criteria.

8. If I have already cleared the NTS Test, would it be necessary to take NTS Test of HEC for this Scholarship?

Yes, NTS test is advertised and conducted by HEC for award of undergraduate and postgraduate scholarship.

9. Can I get admission in any University / Institute of Pakistan?
No scholarship will be awarded in private University / Institute. HEC will facilitate the students for admission but it will be their own responsibility to secure admission in any Public Sector University / Degree Awarding Institutes.

10. Does HEC entertain the individual application for scholarship?
No, HEC does not entertain the individual application; it offers scholarships through advertisement in the leading newspapers and at HEC web site.

Posted at 1:39 AM by Khan
USAID Funded Merit and Need Based Scholarships

Eligibility Criteria
  • Financial assistance & scholarships are available to study at graduate level(MBA/MS (Agriculture)}.

  • The eligibility for the program is assessed on the neediness of the candidate & his/her family background.

  • Student should be able to compete for securing admission in the approved discipline at the participating institution as per admission policy of the institution and be enrolled in Graduate (2 Years) programs.

How to Apply

HEC & USAID looks forward to support needy students in sharing educational expenses. However please note that under this scholarships scheme the funds are not transferred directly to students by HEC or USAID. The payment is made to needy students through participating institutions .Please note the partial scholarship for already enrolled students is currently not covered under this project.

Scholarship Award Process

  1. After securing admission, a student has to fill out scholarship form provided by the Scholarship Aid Office of the participating institutions and submit it along with the supporting documents at the institution.

  2. Data and supporting documents of the potential candidate are reviewed by Institutional Scholarship Award Committee (ISAC).

  3. The ISAC recommends potential candidates to HEC Scholarship Management Committee (SMC).

  4. The cases are presented to Scholarship Management Committee (SMC) that approves the cases after through review. The committee includes top Executives of HEC, representatives from the participating institutions, eminent scholars and a senior member from USAID, Pakistan. After finalization of awardees’ list, the scholarship fund for the selected students are transferred to participating institutions for onward disbursement to students.
Introduction

HEC aims to elevate the socio-economic position of the needy & deserving students by providing access to quality education through needs-based scholarships. Government of Pakistan has also duly acknowledged the financial constraints barring students from acquiring higher education and has thus earmarked substantial funds for the improvement of education sector.

In pursuance of the Government’s initiative of providing financial relief to meritorious but deprived students, an agreement of US$ 7.33 million in July 2004 is signed with United State Agency for International Development (USAID) to provide grant for scholarships in the field of Agriculture and Business Administration at undergraduate & graduate level.

Objectives

Scholarship Details

The scope of the project includes 1407 number of scholarships for the students who meet the eligibility criteria. The scholarships are bifurcated as follows:

Under-graduate Graduate
Agriculture (756) 285 471

Business Administration (651)

240 411

Total 1407

The Merit and Needs based Scholarship Project has been in operation since 2004. Eleven (11) public & private institutions are participating in the program while more than 990 scholarships have been successfully awarded at the participating institutions.

*The undergraduate scholarship slots have been fully utilized only graduate level {MBA/MS (Agriculture)}scholarship slots are currently available

Scholarship Offering

Comprehensive scholarship is offered under the program. The scholarship provides funds for the following expenses:

1. Tuition fee, 2. Lodging
3. Transportation, 4. Books
5. Incidental costs.


Students at both private & public sector institutes have found the scholarship extremely helpful in sustaining their educational expenses.

Terms & Conditions

Participating Institutions

Eleven leading national institutes are participating under the current phase of Merit and Needs based Scholarship Project. Details of the participating institutions are as under:

Agriculture

  1. University of Agriculture, Faisalabad.

  2. NWFP Agriculture University, Peshawar.

  3. Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam.

  4. University of Arid Agriculture, Rawalpindi

    Business Administration

  5. Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad.

  6. Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi.

  7. Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology (SZABIST), Karachi.

  8. Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Sukkur.

  9. Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Lahore.

  10. Balochistan University of Information Technology & Management Sciences, Quetta.

  11. Institute of Management Sciences, Peshawar.


    All candidates who have secured admissions at the participating institutions and intend to apply for said scholarship program may contact the below mentioned focal persons of the participating institutions regarding further information:

    S#

    Institution Name

    Focal Person Name

    Telephone Number

    Ext

    E-Mail

    1

    University of Agriculture, Faisalabad.

    Brig.(Retd) Muhammad Javed Anwar

    041-9200161-70

    2003 & 3605

    dd_uaf@yahoo.com

    2

    NWFP Agriculture University, Peshawar.

    Prof. Dr. M. Afzal.

    091-9216532

    mafzaldt@yahoo.com

    3

    Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam.

    Mr. Muhammad Iqbal Solangi

    0221-766356/ 765870

    316

    planning@sau.edu.pk

    4

    University of Arid Agriculture, Rawalpindi. .

    Dr. Ikram Ali

    051-9062202, 9290406,

    fao@uaar.edu.pk; ikram@uaar.edu.pk

    5

    Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad.

    Ms. Farah Naz

    051-90642005

    zulfiqar@qau.edu.pk

    6

    Institute of Management Sciences, Peshawar.

    Mr. Shaheryar Khan

    091-9217452/ 9217404

    sheheryar@imsciences.edu.pk

    7

    IBA, Karachi.

    Mr. Moeed Sultan

    021-9243414, 111422422

    270

    msultan@iba.edu.pk

    8

    SZABIST, Karachi.

    Mr. Anwar-ul-Haq

    021-5830447-8, 111-922-478

    anwar@szabist.edu.pk

    9

    IBA, Sukkur.

    Mr. Zahid Hussain Khand.

    071-5630272,5633490

    zahid@iba-suk.edu.pk

    10

    LUMS, Lahore.

    Ms. Shamaila Kanwal

    042-5722670-9

    2869

    shamaila@lums.edu.pk

    11

    BUITMS, Quetta.

    Mr. Muhammad Shah Khan

    081-2880585/880432

    465

    muhammad.shah@buitms.edu.pk